JBS Wellness - Nutritional Therapy In this age of increasing infertility rates, miscarriage, childhood diseases and genetic disorders, JBS Wellness focuses on the benefits of preparing both partners for the most important job they will ever do. We take a comprehensive therapeutic approach using chiropractic, nutritional and energetic techniques to improving both male and female fertility naturally. Causes & Treatment of Infertility Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse and affects approximately 15% of couples in the United States. There are many causes of infertility, these are just a few: PCOS – Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Endometriosis Poor or lack of ovulation Irregular menstrual cycles Blocked fallopian tubes Auto-immune disorders Estrogen dominance (low progesterone) Low or poor quality sperm Erectile dysfunction Stress Toxins At JBS Wellness, we believe that if the body is struggling to heal, reproduction can become a low priority for the body’s resources. We provide couples with an individually tailored program using chiropractic, manual therapy, whole food & herbal supplements, homeopathy, dietary & lifestyle changes, cycle & timing strategies and education to allow their bodies to heal and in turn give them the best chance of conception. Preconception Health Care In the same way a runner prepares for a marathon, Preconception Health Care focuses on couples optimizing their health for the best possible conception, pregnancy, birth and baby. The tools we use are the similar to the treatment of infertility: Regular chiropractic care Nutritional consultation and supplementation Good nutrition Healthy lifestyle Consider these actions in combination with a tailored program to optimize fertility: Eat healthy, nutritious, organic whole foods including plenty of vegetables, whole grains & protein. Avoid prepackage, canned and processed foods. Drink purified water to avoid exposure to various toxins & heavy metals. Avoid sugar which can cause nutrient loss and endocrine dysfunction Avoid coffee (regular & decaf) which contains an enzyme that interferes with healthy sperm production along with caffeine that can disrupt both sexes. Reduce intake of dairy which can cause mucous build-up & interfere with the reproductive tract. Do not consume food or liquids that have been microwaved because of the damaging effects of non-ionizing radiation. Do not heat foods in plastic or drink warm liquids from a plastic container. Do not use artificial sweeteners as they are very toxic to the body. Avoid recreational drugs, nicotine and alcohol. Switch to natural personal care products and cosmetics to reduce exposure of synthetic hormones & dangerous toxins. ( www.safecosmetics.org ) Use only natural household cleaners to avoid exposure to dangerous solvents. Also switch from petroleum based, which can disrupt hormones, to a vegetable base laundry detergent. (www.seventhgeneration.com) Keep cell phones away from reproductive organs. Men should not have a laptop sitting in the lap to prevent increasing the temperature of the scrotum. Avoid having X-rays taken & air travel to reduce the amount of radiation exposure which can have damaging effects to egg & sperm. Men must avoid hot tubs and saunas to avoid raising the temperature of the scrotum which can damage sperm. Advisable to wear boxers instead of briefs to allow scrotum to stay cooler than body temperature. Exercise for a minimum of 30 min 4 times per week to encourage healthy elimination, lymphatic flow, detoxification & normalize weight. Manage stress through meditation and other relaxation techniques. Stress is a major factor in poor health & infertility. - View Preconception Health Care for You and Your Baby (PDF)

At JBS Wellness, we use the highest quality whole food supplements and herbal remedies in conjunction with focused attention on lifestyle to give your body the building blocks it needs to heal and to achieve optimal health.

Conditions we address with nutritional therapy can include:

Acid reflux
Acne and other skin disorders
ADD/ADHD
Asthma
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Auto immune disease
Chronic colds & infections
Depression
Diabetes
Fibromyalgia
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
Infertility
Irritable bowel syndrome
Neurological disorders
Sleep disorders
Weight Management

Many more…

Assessment

Nutritional therapy begins with a comprehensive assessment, the results of which help shape an individually tailored wellness plan to restore balance.

EAV Testing/MSA

It is important to identify imbalances before they become diseases. The best method to uncover how your body is using its resources is Electro-Acupuncture according to Voll (EAV) also known as Meridian Stress Assessment (MSA). This non-invasive procedure conducts an “electronic interview” with your body to determine where it is weak. The procedure introduces an electrical frequency through your body’s energy channels also known as meridians, so slight you cannot feel it. Recording your body’s response to these frequencies constructs a complete picture of your body’s healing priorities. From that Dr. Shaw will be able to create a program designed to best meet your individual needs.

EAV gathers information about:

Organs and organ function
Nutritional status
Hormones
Chronic or latent infections
Functional deficiencies
Remedies that help the body restore itself

Saliva Testing

Non invasive
Identifies hormone imbalances even when blood tests are inconclusive
Measures your overall wellness status

Hair Mineral Analysis (requires only a snip of hair)

Measures mineral content and heavy metal levels
Reveals a unique metabolic world, intracellular activity

When the imbalances are properly identified, nutritional therapy provides the building blocks to improve healing. After a full assessment, a protocol is developed to meet the specific needs of each patient.

*EAV testing is not a “standard medical procedure”, and today is not accepted as a standardized diagnostic test for determining any specific medical condition or disease.

View What Your Body Needs to Heal Itself (PDF)